Taking Time Seriously: An Introduction to Time-Series Analysis

This course will introduce students to the logic and application of time-series analysis, as well as the necessary data structure for time-series analysis. Students will look at situations where time needs to be accounted for in their models; how to determine the appropriate structure of time (i.e., shocks versus memory); and introduce how to control for time in their models. Statistical software covered will include SPSS; R; and Stata, but a basic understanding of at least one of the programs is necessary. Participants will need to have their chosen software installed and ready to use on their computer before the session.